Montrose Colorado Attractions

Situated in southwestern Colorado on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains, Montrose is home to the Black Canyon National Park of the Gunnison ( 20 minutes by car to entrance on southside). No other canyon in North America combines the narrow opening, sheer walls, and startling depths offered by the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. There are multiple overlooks for sightseeing and a road to the bottom of the canyon. Recreational activities accompany these natural wonders like hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, boating and more.

Local Vineyards (5 miles thru to 40 miles of popular vineyards)

"Little Switzerland of America" in Ouray  has much to offer in the summer and winter such as the Ouray Hot Springs Pool, Box Canyon Falls, Orvis Hot Springs, jeepriding, trails, parks, Ice Climbing Park,, 

Thunder Mountain Speedway

Fort Uncompahgre (historic site)

Chipeta Museum (Chief Ouray stomping grounds)

Pioneer Towns

Colorado National Monument

Curecanti National Recreation Area
Three dams comprise the Curecanti Storage Units: Crystal Dam, Morrow Point Dam, and Blue Mesa Dam. Of the three, the beautiful Blue Mesa provides recreational opportunities. The largest body of water in Colorado offers summer travelers excellent fishing and boating, while winter enthusiasts enjoy ice fishing and snowmobiling.
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Grand Mesa National Forest
The world's largest flat-top mountain transcends a mile above the surrounding Colorado and Gunnison Rivers. The mesa was formed as lava seeped upward through fissures in the earth 10 million years ago. Visitors of the Park can enjoy excellent hiking and horseback riding on over twenty marked trails.
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